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Elections
1 week ago
Rent price-fixing initiative heads to November ballot

The initiative targets data-combing software used by landlords.

Local
2 weeks ago
Whatcom County to host third community meeting for new jail

Residents can share their feedback ahead of a major decision point looming in August.

Elections
2 weeks ago
Let’s Go Washington hands in signatures for “millionaire’s tax” challenge

The Washington state Secretary of State’s office will verify the signatures in the coming days.

Local
2 weeks ago
Port of Bellingham lands $23.5 million to rebuild shipping terminal

North Pier upgrades are expected to add port jobs and generate millions in annual economic impact for Whatcom County.

Environmental
2 weeks ago
Whatcom County clean water projects funded through Ecology grants, loans

Over $5.6 million will go towards several projects in the county, plus 8 more projects in neighboring counties received funds.

A clinician holds an elderly patient’s hand in a wheelchair, conveying care and support. A clipboard is visible nearby for notes.
Health and Wellness
2 weeks ago
WA Cares Fund benefits available on July 1 for long-term care support

Most workers in Washington have been paying 0.58% of their paychecks into the fund since 2023.

Environmental
2 weeks ago
Latest water supply update paints murky future for drought conditions in Washington

The state is on track for its third warmest water year on record.

Blue and green Department of Social and Health Services sign mounted on a brick wall in Washington state.
Local
2 weeks ago
Thousands of state residents affected in data breach by former DSHS employee

The compromised information included names, dates of birth and social security numbers among other personal information.

Row of residential waste and recycling bins with yellow, blue, and green lids along a white picket fence.
Environmental
2 weeks ago
Proposed standards on compost contamination seeks public feedback

The department wants to get ahead what they expect will be a great increase in compostable materials over the next decade.

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Health and Wellness
2 weeks ago
AG Nick Brown joins coalition to combat new Medicaid work requirements

The coalition has filed a lawsuit in response to federal changes that would restrict healthcare access.